Creamy Garlic Shrimp Zoodles

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Zoodles is a delightful keto-friendly dish that combines succulent shrimp with spiralized zucchini noodles in a rich garlic cream sauce. This low-carb meal is both satisfying and bursting with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic, minced - 4 cloves
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 50 grams
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes (optional) - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer to create zoodles and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through.
4. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Add the zoodles to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce for about 2-3 minutes until they are just tender but still al dente.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in protein from shrimp, which helps in muscle building and repair.

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